Charming 1950s brick ranch home with timeless character and endless potential! Inside, you'll find beautiful hardwood floors and quality plaster walls that reflect durability and character. Enjoy 3 comfortable bedrooms all with ceiling fans, 2 full bathrooms, central air, plus an attached garage for convenience. The partially finished basement expands your living space with a family room, a full bathroom, and abundant storage. The lower level is ideal for hobbies, an office, entertaining or watching movies & playing games. Out back, enjoy a nice backyard with plenty of room for outside fun, pets, gardening and summer gatherings! This home has great bones and undeniable potential and has been in the same family for years. But, now it's ready for its next chapter! Selling "AS IS" because an estate owns it. Great location near restaurants, public transportation and shopping.
New
$245,000
535 N McAree Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085
3beds
1,099sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$243,300 Zestimate®
$223/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brick ranch homePartially finished basementAttached garageFamily roomQuality plaster wallsAbundant storageCentral air
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 24, 2026 at 08:22am
Listing courtesy of:
Anne Hazen 847-529-7045,
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12578651
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X8
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 513 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X19
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,198
- Total interior livable area: 1,099 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60x140
Details
- Parcel number: 08201060020000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame, Plaster
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Waukegan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $223/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $173,379
- Annual tax amount: $4,212
- Date on market: 3/24/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$243,300
$231,000 - $255,000
$2,395/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $245,000$223/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12578651 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,940 -2.7% | $64,545 +11.7% |
| 2022 | $4,050 +4.2% | $57,787 +10.2% |
| 2021 | $3,886 +0.9% | $52,432 +16.6% |
| 2020 | $3,851 +1.9% | $44,972 +9.1% |
| 2019 | $3,779 +23% | $41,210 +11.9% |
| 2018 | $3,072 | $36,842 +13% |
| 2017 | $3,072 +26.7% | $32,595 +15.1% |
| 2016 | $2,424 +15% | $28,324 +11.7% |
| 2015 | $2,109 -6.3% | $25,350 +8.1% |
| 2014 | $2,250 -32.8% | $23,455 -7.7% |
| 2012 | $3,349 -11.1% | $25,410 -33.9% |
| 2011 | $3,767 -6.2% | $38,470 -15.5% |
| 2010 | $4,016 -5% | $45,543 -15.8% |
| 2009 | $4,226 +1.9% | $54,073 -2.8% |
| 2008 | $4,148 +6.3% | $55,625 +8.4% |
| 2006 | $3,901 +4.7% | $51,321 |
| 2005 | $3,726 +5.8% | -- |
| 2004 | $3,523 -0.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $3,537 +4.9% | -- |
| 2002 | $3,370 +12.1% | -- |
| 2001 | $3,006 +16% | $39,237 +5.2% |
| 2000 | $2,591 | $37,311 |
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Est. payment
$1,819/mo
Principal & interest
$1288
Property taxes
$531
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60085
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Whittier Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Robert E Abbott Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 1/10Waukegan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 60
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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